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Bed Rails Could Be Deadly | Baton Rouge News

Bed Rails Could Be Deadly | Baton Rouge News

Published 1 week, 4 days ago
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Portable bed rails marketed to keep kids and seniors safe may actually be deadly — Consumer Reports found hundreds of deaths and thousands of injuries tied to these devices over two decades, with unsafe models still easily available. Many failed safety tests, including some kid rails, and manufacturers ignored follow-up requests. The CPSC blames overseas makers skipping U.S. safety rules. Families should consider safer alternatives like lowering beds or using floor mats. If you must use a rail, read instructions carefully, avoid infant use, and look for CPSC compliance — not “ASTM Approved,” which isn’t a real certification.

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